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Hal Jordan's Death Shocks 'Lanterns' Premiere
17 Aug
Summary
- Lanterns' premiere features a flash-forward of Hal Jordan's death.
- The series uses a non-linear structure across multiple timelines.
- Actors embraced challenging roles that initially unnerved them.
The recent premiere of 'Lanterns' immediately established its complex, multi-timeline narrative by featuring a flash-forward to the death of Kyle Chandler's Hal Jordan. This shocking event, set to unfold across the series, sets up a central mystery for the 2026 timeline, where John Stewart and Sheriff Kerry Kane investigate his murder.
The show's structure, which incorporates childhood flashbacks, a 2016 primary timeline, and the future 2026 timeline, was a key element discussed by the cast. Actor Kyle Chandler likened the non-linear storytelling to "3D chess," emphasizing the faith required from the cast due to block shooting, where episodes are filmed concurrently.
Aaron Pierre, portraying John Stewart, acknowledged the immense pressure and nerves associated with being the first live-action iteration of the character. He intentionally seeks out roles that unnerve him, a sentiment echoed by Chandler, who also found himself unexpectedly cast as a superhero at 60.
Both actors expressed pride in their work on 'Lanterns,' regardless of future seasons. They highlighted the strong sense of family and camaraderie developed during production, emphasizing their peace with whatever outcomes may come due to their shared pride in the project.
